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Gonzalo Arganaras

North Bay Village,FL

Summary

Consulting professional with strong track record in delivering impactful business solutions. Adept at strategic planning, data analysis, and process improvement. Known for fostering team collaboration and adapting to evolving project needs. Brings expertise in client relations, problem-solving, and driving measurable results.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Chef/Consultant

Bae Korean Grill
01.2024 - Current
  • Reduced food waste by implementing proper inventory management techniques and utilizing ingredients in creative ways.
  • Cultivated a loyal clientele base by providing personalized attention to guests'' dietary needs and preferences.
  • Spearheaded recipe development process, incorporating diverse flavors while adhering to traditional culinary principles.
  • Implemented regular menu rotations based on seasonality, ingredient availability, and current culinary trends.
  • Developed strong vendor relationships to ensure consistent availability of quality ingredients at competitive prices.

Executive Chef

Mandrake Miami
03.2022 - 01.2024
  • Creating recipes for restaurant, special events, and/or private clients.
  • Collaborating with vendors to source desired recipe ingredients while maintaining tight cost control.
  • Curating restaurant menus based on seasonal offerings and culinary trends.
  • Scheduling and receiving food deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
  • Monitoring and controlling overhead and production costs with responsibility for profit and loss.
  • Hiring and managing culinary professionals.

Executive Chef

Awa Asian Cuisine
01.2019 - 03.2022
  • Worked as an Opening Executive Chef responsible for kitchen management and sales management.
  • Successfully hired and trained all newly hired opening staff.
  • Managed scheduling, payroll and food cost while ensuring all areas were maintained.
  • Initiated training on different culinary techniques to improve productivity and increase kitchen workflow.
  • Enforcing safety, cleaning, and hygiene protocols.

Head Chef

Juvia Miami
08.2017 - 01.2019
  • Managed all kitchen staff, including employee development and conducting performance reviews.
  • Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
  • Inventoried food, ingredients, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
  • Supervised and enhanced work of 30-person team producing more than 300 plates per day.
  • Inspected kitchen to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance and cleanliness of production and service areas.

Education

Culinary School Mariano Moreno
01.1999

Skills

  • Food safety
  • Menu planning
  • Cost control
  • Menu development

Timeline

Chef/Consultant

Bae Korean Grill
01.2024 - Current

Executive Chef

Mandrake Miami
03.2022 - 01.2024

Executive Chef

Awa Asian Cuisine
01.2019 - 03.2022

Head Chef

Juvia Miami
08.2017 - 01.2019

Culinary School Mariano Moreno

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